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✨New Year Goals✨ Lets talk about reading goals. ✨New Year Goals✨  Lets talk about reading goals.  ❓ are you setting yourself any goals this year ? Let me know one below.  I’m setting myself some relaxed goals for this year…  ✨ complete my 12 books chosen by friends challenge
✨ continue book series’ that I enjoy & ditch the ones I’m not fussed on
✨ continue reading & supporting indie authors (this one isn’t even a goal - it’s just happening) 
✨ be consistent with filling in my reading journal  ——  Business goals:  ✨ Reach 100 members for the bookmark club 
✨ continue to grow the hidden stacks 
✨ attend more in-person events 
✨ Stock my products in a third physical location  ——  📸 - Photo shows the TBR jar available in my store. This can be customised with any colour (providing we have it in stock) and you can change the text if you prefer  #booklover #readinggoals #tbrlist #tbrjar
✨BMBC Bookmark Club: January✨ It’s finally time t ✨BMBC Bookmark Club: January✨  It’s finally time to reveal the first theme of 2026 and oh my these are just so cute if I do say so myself.  January’s theme is: Love is in the air  These will be available all of January and will ship early February.  For those new to the club or considering joining-  Each month a theme is released and three bookmarks are designed around this theme. These bookmarks are limited edition and are only guaranteed to members. If any remaining stock is left over they will be available to the general public HOWEVER, this is not guaranteed and once they’re gone, they’re gone!  Along with the club you also get a chance to win goodies by sharing your unboxings on your socials.  Were also adding an additional goodie this year where you receive a letter from me 🥰  ——  Slots are still open for December’s theme (until midnight tonight) so secure your ‘Endless TBR’ theme today (plus there’s an exclusive extra bookmark in December’s sub)  🏷️
#bookmarkclub #snailmail #bookmarklovers #readerlife #readersofinstagram
✨Our Dream Home ✨ Book review - Publishing: 25th ✨Our Dream Home ✨  Book review - Publishing: 25th February 2026  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  I’m so very proud to say I am ending my reading year with an exceptional read by an author I absolutely love.  I said this last time in my last read of Jessica’s that it was my favourite yet but I think this one has topped it.  This is the perfect popcorn thriller, you just have to read more ! It was suspense and twisty and I loved Fiona ! She resonated so much with me and I’m not sure why. I just loved her and I just need more of her, I could have easily have read another 200 pages of her but that being said, for this book to be any longer I think it wouldn’t have been as great (I hope that makes sense)  There is a character I absolutely LOATHE in this book and I’m sure if you read this, you’ll feel the same. They were awful and very well written- to get this much of a visceral response - HA!  I will admit I guessed one of the twists early on but it didn’t impact my enjoyment of the story at all!  ——  📖 Blurb:  I never win anything. Not competitions. Not arguments. Not affection from my own children.  Most days, I’m just getting through – dodging teenage sarcasm, scraping fishfingers off plates, wishing my husband would just notice me once in a while.  Then came the emails. Win a car! Win a holiday! Win a house!  Spam, obviously. I blocked them.  But then I heard the radio. A real dream-home giveaway.  And for one moment – stuck between roadworks and honking horns – I let myself want something.  I texted in.  And suddenly my whole life changed.  Now we’re living in a house bigger than my wildest dreams – and my darkest nightmares.  Because the threats started almost immediately. Someone congratulating me . . . by name.  Someone who knows about the mistake that ruined everything sixteen years ago.  They know the truth. They want something from me.  And if I don’t give it to them, my lucky break will become a death sentence  ——  [ Gifted ARC ]  A huge Thankyou to @jessica_reading_writing @netgalley & @joffebooks for having me !  🏷️
#bookreview #thrillerreader #thrillerrecommendations #readersofinstagram #bookworm
✨ Christmas Book Haul✨ Four new gorgeous books fo ✨ Christmas Book Haul✨  Four new gorgeous books for me to devour in 2026 !  I’m so thankful for every gift I’ve received and I am so so excited to read these !  ❓ have you read and loved any of these ?  📖 Wisteria by Adalyn Grace 
📖 Wrath by Ella James 
📖 Curse of Shadows & Thorns by LJ Andrews 
📖 Direbound by Sable Sorensen  ——  #booklover #fantasyreader #readersofinstagram #bookhaul #shelfie
✨newness …. Coming soon ✨ I’ve been working reall ✨newness …. Coming soon ✨  I’ve been working really hard behind the scenes on my Christmas break on teaching myself how to sew and honestly … I’ve had so much fun learning a new skill.  I’ve been wanting to learn for the longest time and now seemed like the perfect time.  Introducing our first new product - zipper pouches !  These will be launching early 2026 in a range of designs. So be sure to check back as these were just my samples.  These are perfect for storing your annotation supplies such as book tabs, highlighters & pens inside or even your bookmarks !  Stay tuned for other sewn products coming soon 🤭  Pictured is my first ever attempt at using a sewing machine and I think I’ve discovered a hidden talent …  ❓ who’s excited for the next BMBC launch??  ——-  These zipper pouches will be released in batches rather than made to order so there may be times where they are out of stock or in some cases LIMITED RUNS.  I’m hoping to release seasonal designs and of course some with my own designs  🏷️
#zipperpouch #pencilcase #handmadestationery #bookishgoodies
✨New sticker sheets have landed✨ Did you get a re ✨New sticker sheets have landed✨  Did you get a reading journal for Christmas or simply just looking at stocking up on your supplies for 2026?  We have a bunch of new sticker sheets available on our website now !  Stock up on our gorgeous handmade sticker sheets and start journaling 😍  ——  #booklover #bookjournal #readingjournal #journaling #journalingsupplies
✨Merry Christmas✨ Wishing you all a magical time ✨Merry Christmas✨  Wishing you all a magical time and a whole load of books and bookish goodies !  Chris  Xx
✨Make 2026 the year you start a reading journal✨ ✨Make 2026 the year you start a reading journal✨  For 2026, I’ve decided to keep one and record all my reads and make some fun challenges and prepping this for the upcoming year has been so much fun !  Why not start yours and grab one on the BMBC website - you get to choose your colour, foiling and closure  Each journal is completely handmade and made with the best of materials giving you luxury at a reasonable price !  Each journal includes;
✨ 50 double page spreads for reviews
✨ challenges
✨ trackers
✨ planning section 
✨ wrap up 
And more !! (Including plenty of blank spaces to truly make it YOUR JOURNAL)  ——  The journal is hardbound (front and back) giving you a sturdy feel and is finished with a foiling of your choice  ——  We may be closed at the moment but you can still grab yours now and we will make it on our return (from the 4th January)  ORDER NOW and get 15% off (no code needed)  #booklover #bookjournal #readerlife #readingjournal #cutestationery
✨You’ll Never Know✨ By @calebstephensauthor A h ✨You’ll Never Know✨  By @calebstephensauthor  A huge Thankyou to @librofm @simonmaverickaudio & the author @calebstephensauthor for gifting this audiobook  This was my first by the author, and it most definitely won’t be my last. I binged the first 83% in one sitting last one night as I just couldn’t hit pause. The audiobook was fab! Truly ! It had me from chapter one  The plot was exceptional and I didn’t see the end coming. I had an inkling around the half way mark but I still thoroughly enjoyed it.  With multiple points of view & timelines it really has you gripped. Sometimes leaving you on a little cliffhanger for a couple of chapters until it comes back to the character - this I absolutely loved !  I’ve recommended this to my entire discord community as they just need to experience this for themselves  Now… I need to choose my next read 🤭 I doubt my next will live up to it tbh.  ❓ Have you read any by Caleb Stephens ? Let me know which I should pick up very soon  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5  The narrators were fantastic 👌🏼  [ Gifted Audiobook]  ——  Join the best audiobook service out there with my referral link (🔗 in bio) and get 2 extra credits  By joining Libro.fm you not only keep the audiobooks you get to support an independent bookstore of your choosing  #booklover #thrillerreader #thrillerrecommendations #bookreview audiobooklover
✨Bookmarkedbychris small wins of 2025✨ Looking ba ✨Bookmarkedbychris small wins of 2025✨  Looking back at 2025 it hasn’t been an easy year but let focus on the small wins. Some of these don’t look like much but I believe they make a difference in the long run  ⭐️ Upgraded our Acrylic Bookmark packaging 
✨ Began stocking in a physical store with @forever_after_collective 
⭐️ Launched our first ever physical reading journal and it was an instant hit 
✨ We launched The Hidden Stacks - a members only section on the website where you get exclusive behind the scenes access, discounts, freebies, book club and so so so much more 
⭐️ expanded our clothing range further in collaboration with an amazing small business - @literaturestitches 
✨ Monthly Bookmark Club had a small glow-up and continues to grow month by month. Would absolutely love to hit 50 members by the end of 2025  ——  #booklover #bookishbusiness #smallbusinesswins #readerlife
🎄 Not Another Bloody Christmas … book review ⭐️⭐ 🎄 Not Another Bloody Christmas … book review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  Thoroughly enjoyed this hilarious murder mystery. I was apprehensive about it living up to book one but I was pleasantly surprised.  It’s laugh out loud and thoroughly engaging. It had me trying to guess who the killer was throughout whilst chuckling to myself with Anna’s hilarious antics & interactions with her family.  Highly recommend these books to those looking for an easy festive read with murder, laughter and fun!  Im truly hoping for another instalment of this series in 2026.  #bookreview #festivereads #bookworms #readerlife #readersofinstagram
✨never have I ever…✨ This was so much fun to put ✨never have I ever…✨  This was so much fun to put together.  Got any questions about who I’m referring to? Ask below 🤭 things are gonna get controversial  ——  I’ve tagged a few people in this to join in on the fun challenge (I think) I’ve created and if you want a part 2 let me know !  #booklover #bookworm #bookish #booksta #readersofinstagram
✨festive time & plenty of wine✨ After finishing m ✨festive time & plenty of wine✨  After finishing my Christmas shopping yesterday I’m officially relaxed and ready for Christmas.  Here’s some exciting things I’m looking forward to this festive season …  🎄 Making our homemade chocolate gifts - we do this every year.
🎄 Wrapping Christmas presents while watching my Christmas movie staples - Deck The Halls, Christmas with the Kranks and rewatching Home Alone 
🎄 Christmas Day with the family 
🎄 Christmas Eve nibbles & annual Die Hard night 
🎄 Reading my festive TBR  ——  ❓ is there a special tradition you’re looking forward to?  —-  #readerlife #readersgonnaread #booksta
🎄December Photo Dump🎄 I always mean to post these 🎄December Photo Dump🎄  I always mean to post these type of things but I always forget to take photos so here’s a lil glimpse into my chaotic camera roll  Swipe ➡️  ——  #behindthescenes #decemberphotodump #readerlife
✨Good Spirits✨ By @authorbkborison ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✨Good Spirits✨  By @authorbkborison  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  This was my first read by this author and it will definitely not be my last.  I absolutely adored the chemistry between Nolan & Harriet from the get go with their fantastic banter. The humour was spot on throughout and I honestly giggled. I’ve said this before in previous reviews that a 31 year old man giggling and kicking their feet is not a pretty sight but this truly had me. I just might think my heart melted when reading this or maybe it just grew three sizes.  I read this in 2 sittings. Couldn’t put it down.  It was exactly what I hoped and more. Usually I’m very apprehensive about a book that is hyped this much as I worry incase I won’t love it but oh no, I was pleasantly surprised ! It’s reasonably hyped !!  That ending had me close to tears 🥹  I have to mention this because I need to vent it. I despise Harriet’s family. They are horrible ! Truly, truly  horrible characters and I’m so glad they didn’t get anymore time.  Definitely a book I can see myself re-reading every Christmas  #booklover #bookreview #goodspiritsbook #romancereader #festivereads
✨Festive Reads✨ Here’s my festive TBR I’m hoping ✨Festive Reads✨  Here’s my festive TBR I’m hoping to get through during my Christmas break.  🎄 Not Another Bloody Christmas - a cosy  mystery comedy
🎄 Secret Santa - a festive thriller
🎄 Good Spirits - a festive romance  ———  ❓ have you read any of these ? Let me know  ———  #festivereads #festivethrillers #festivetbr #festiveromance
✨Closed for Christmas ✨ We are now officially on ✨Closed for Christmas ✨  We are now officially on annual leave for Christmas and we just wanted to take a moment to thank each and everyone of you for your support in 2025.  It hasn’t been an easy year but it’s been so heartwarming to see familiar faces return time and time again and see plenty of new faces.  Every order has truly meant something to us and it’s difficult to express how grateful we are over a simple post but it’s been an absolute pleasure making your bookish accessories in 2025.  For now I plan on devouring my body weight in mince pies, pigs in blankets and a whole load of Prosecco. In between binge reading my festive TBR!  We have a couple of orders leaving us in the morning but I’m officially calling it holiday time.  The website remains open so feel free to browse or place a cheeky order for us coming back on 4th January  ❓ let me know your current read  ❓ this one is for our customers - what’s been your favourite BookMarkedByChris this year ?  Team BMBC 
Chris & Maty xx
✨Bookmark Club — final call of 2025 ✨ Sometime so ✨Bookmark Club — final call of 2025 ✨  Sometime soon I’ll be doing a look back at all the amazing bookmarks we’ve had in the bookmark club for 2025 but until then let’s talk about December’s theme.  Now, I’ve done a lil sneak peek on the grid (see pinned post) but for those that missed it … the theme that ships early January is ENDLESS TBR !  But you’re asking yourself … what is the bookmark club ? Right?  Each month three bookmarks are designed around the theme of the month and these get shipped to our members first. Then, if there’s any remaining they get added to the archive section of the website for general sale…. However, this is not guaranteed - each bookmark is limited edition meaning you can collect them all by joining the club.  Cancel or skip anytime - you’re in control plus free delivery (mainland UK only)  Got a question? 
Drop it below and I’ll answer 😍  #bookmarkclub #bookishsnailmail #snailmail
✨Reading Journals✨ If you’re looking at grabbing ✨Reading Journals✨  If you’re looking at grabbing one of our handmade custom reading journals, you only have a couple more days left to order in time for Christmas.  Our last day for Christmas delivery is 10th December. We will be working up until the 18th but after the 10th we may not be able to deliver in time for the big day.  Our reading journals come in a range of colours (or you can choose your own) along with some gorgeous foiling on the front & matching corner protectors. Plus you can choose the ribbon closure ! How cute right  ✨ 50 double page book review pages
✨ Book Challenges
✨ Reading Trackers 
✨ Blank pages to make your own spreads 
✨ Goal pages
✨ Monthly Wrap-up
and so much more 😍  We’ve sourced the best materials to ensure you receive the best quality and each are made to order with complete love.  ❓ have you kept a reading journal before ? Drop a tip below or a favourite thing about having one  I’ll be making one for myself for 2026 and I can’t wait to complete it and truly make it mine to look back on.  #bookjournal #bookreview #bookworm #bookwormgifts #journalinspiration
It’s the busiest time of the year … so here’s a fl It’s the busiest time of the year … so here’s a flat lay 🤭  ❓ what’s your favourite Christmas tradition ?  I have a couple that I absolutely love but my favourite has to be on Christmas Eve, we get lots of nibbles, some bubbly & settle down and watch Die Hard (yes, it counts as a Christmas movie 👀)  Let me know in the poll if you count aside Hard as a Christmas movie ⬇️  #booklover #bookflatlay #bookworm
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